Inside, the Auris offers ample head and leg room, seating rear passengers comfortably in the rear, thanks to its completely flat floor. The boot is also a good size, with an adjustable floor that offers a flat surface with the rear seats folded down.

The hybrid engine rewards a relaxed driving style, yet still offers enough power and near-silent motoring at low speeds. The Auris is also cheap to run, thanks to ultra-low CO2 emissions.

Against

The Auris suffers from too much road noise, especially over rough surfaces, while wind is intrusive and the hybrid engine revs loudly when you’re in a hurry.

Interior trim quality isn't as good as that of the best small family cars. The driving position is user-friendly, but the touchscreen infotainment system isn’t that intuitive to use.

Should I add any options?

Icon models include alloy wheels and a DAB radio as standard trim.

Metallic paint options start at £495, with a pearl option at £650. Entertainment upgrades are also available, ranging from £400 to £1250.

Anything else I should know?

The price includes the £750 deposit required for Toyota finance options. If you’re looking to pay in cash, add £750 on to the discounted price.

What next?

Head over to orangewheels.co.uk and choose ‘Toyota’ and ‘Auris’ from the drop-down menu to see the full list of deals.